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Kerry Completes Acquisition of Branded Botanical Extract Company Natreon

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Kerry, the world’s leading taste and nutrition company, has announced it has completed the acquisition of U.S.-based Natreon, Inc., a leading supplier of branded Ayurvedic botanical ingredients. Natreon supplies branded and scientifically studied and tested Ayurvedic extracts to the dietary supplement and functional food and beverage industries across the globe. The acquisition significantly expands Kerry’s leadership position and ProActive Health portfolio of science-backed branded ingredients, furthering the company’s technology growth. The branded ingredients in Natreon’s portfolio are protected by a wide range of U.S. and foreign patents and supported by a total of 52 clinical studies which support the efficacy of their health benefits.

Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits Expands Distribution Relationship with Phillips Distilling Company Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits Expands Distribution Relationship with Phillips Distilling Company

Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits Expands Distribution Relationship with Phillips Distilling Company

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Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits (Southern Glazer's)—the world’s preeminent distributor of beverage alcohol—today announced that it is expanding its distribution agreement with Phillips Distilling Company, a pioneer in breakthrough flavors and spirits innovation in North America for more than 109 years. The Phillips Distilling Company portfolio includes Revel Stoke Whisky, UV Vodka, and Prairie Organic Spirits, as well as the recently acquired Leroux and Kamora brands.

Cann Launches New Limited-Edition Flavor With Comedic Actor Adam Devine

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Cann, California’s leading cannabis-infused beverage company, today announced a new, limited-edition flavor, Blue Rhuberry, in partnership with celebrity investor and comedic actor, Adam Devine, and Eaze, the nation’s largest cannabis delivery marketplace. Featuring rhubarb, raspberry, blue butterfly pea tea and a microdose of THC, this limited-edition flavor comes in a 4-pack of hi boys  (5mg THC) and is available exclusively through Eaze in California. For the first time ever, Cann is launching this celebrity collaboration flavor in a “dry boy” Unspiked format nationwide, offering consumers the same delicious flavor of Cann - without the THC. 

Limestone Branch Distillery Launches Yellowstone Family Recipe Limestone Branch Distillery Launches Yellowstone Family Recipe

Limestone Branch Distillery Launches Yellowstone Family Recipe

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Limestone Branch Distillery is launching Yellowstone Family Recipe, a craft-distilled bourbon honoring 150 years of Beam- and Dant-family distilling traditions. The new bourbon, created by Limestone Branch Distillery Master Distiller Stephen Beam, will be available at retail in three allocations throughout 2022 – April, August and fourth quarter – with a limited total production of 6,000 cases. Bottled at 100 proof (50% ABV), Yellowstone Family Recipe will have a suggested retail price of $69.99. 

Breakthru Beverage Group Closes Acquisition of Major Brands

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Breakthru Beverage Group today announced they have completed the acquisition of Missouri-based Major Brands, which is now operating as Breakthru Beverage Missouri. Under a new leadership structure, Scott Johnson, who previously served as President of Sales and Operations for Major Brands, will assume the position of Executive Vice President, Missouri. In this role, he will oversee the state’s leading distributor providing premium global and local brands to more than 9,000 customers statewide via several distribution warehouses across the state.

Gopuff to Cut Hundreds of Workers Gopuff to Cut Hundreds of Workers

Gopuff to Cut Hundreds of Workers

by Carol Ortenberg,

Delivery service Gopuff has fired hundreds of employees as it aims to cut costs, the company confirmed on Thursday. Former employees claimed the number was more than 1,000.

Organic Valley Launches New Lactose-Free Creamers in French Vanilla and Sweet Cream

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Organic Valley announced the launch of its new premium organic Creamers, available in French Vanilla and Sweet Cream flavors. At-home baristas now have a great tasting new creamer option that is 40% less sugar than the leading flavored creamer brand, contains no artificial ingredients, and is lactose free.